Abene DRO
Anyone willing to give advise on installing a 3 axis ( Sino ) DRO on a Abene VHF 3 ? Any tips would be greatly appreciated !
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Non-standard Deckel FP1 Mk1 vertical head spindle?
Hi All, I did some work with my Deckel the other day and realised my vertical spindle is pretty loose so I thought I'd have a go at tightening it up. It's serial number 11990 which dates it about 1936...
View ArticleRunning long programs on Sinumerik 3m contol
I am looking for the most efficient way of programming longer or more complicated programs on the 3m. Is there a way to run DNC? I am wanting to do fairly simple 2d shaped profiles but the cam still...
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Need Deckel FP1 (Mk2) gear changing lever
Just bought the machine. All in good shape, but the lever broken off and missing (please see photo - this is from Tony's lathes, but same machine). Any help is appreciated. Thanks, Bill Attached...
View Articleedge finders
I find the slowest part of setup is edge finding to tenths, so maybe it is time to look for something that has some capabilities that help speed that process up. I'm tired of A) using a mirror to read...
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Removing collet holder from a Deckel Fp1 Spindle
I am trying to remove the collet holder from the spindle axis. Already applied about 2,5 ton in the press but it didnt move. Should i heat it? Here are the photos: Attached Thumbnails  Â
View ArticleHow to copy a Dialog 4 program?
if I have a complete D4 program, is there a way to copy and rename it easily? For instance, I have a drilling program, and want to modify it for a slightly different tool, but keep the first program...
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Modifying A X Axis Lead Screw Nut
I went to replace the lead screw nut on one of my FP1's yesterday, received from one of our suppliers online. Well I was surprised to find out the nut I got was slightly different than originally...
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deckel model information, looking at a fp1
Is there a good resource that talks about the different models ans what they had to offer. I have searched a bit on here, but at this point am still not sure what all im looking at. I am looking at a...
View ArticleDimensions Abene bolt that secures the spindelhead to the base in horizontal...
I'm missing the bolt assembly that secures the spindel head to the base in horizontal mode. So I have to fabricate one myself. Is there anyone who's willing to provide me with the dimensions and...
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Jig Bore Head on a FP1
I decided since I got the riser and the boring head and a machine not in use it was time to mount this set up and give it a try. First thing that struck me was the amount of clearance there is from the...
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Paramaeter Definition for Kern MicroTechnik WW12 CNC Mill
I recently picked up a Kern MicroTechnik CNC mill. German manufacturer of miniature high precision mini cnc mills. 20K spindle 12 position toolchanger. TNC 355 control. Everything works great except...
View ArticleHow to Clean the Oil Sight Glass?
Has anyone worked out a way to clean the oil sight glass? Talking about an FP1 here, but this could apply to any machine. Two sight glasses, one on the saddle and one on the side of the machine. Over...
View ArticleIs Deckel Doctor still in business ? Also, presume Sean is MIA again...
Don't really need to speak with either, just curious.... Also wonder if Maho Doctor ever sold his old inventory (in total) to anyone...seems unlikely...
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Correct connector for Hensoldt-Wetzlar centering microscope?
Deckel fans, I recently bought a vintage Hensoldt-Wetzlar centering microscope for my 1964 Deckel FP2 mill. This is marked 6 volts, which I think is correct. The problem is that the connector on the...
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Deckel FP1 Mk3 Gear box, What am i missing?
Hi guys, im almost done with my deckel "rebuild" and i was about to close the gearbox when i was moving the back pulley and changing the gears when i noticed something strange in this gear box. How is...
View ArticleAciera F12
I recently purchased an Aciera F12 at an estate auction. It's more intricate than anything I've used before so I refuse to run it until I can read a little about it. I have been searching for...
View ArticleDeckel KF1
I have a deckel kf1. I downloaded the operators manual for the deckel kf1/kf12 pantographs. I cannot find anything in the manual that addresses how the pantograph slides are adjusted to achieve the...
View ArticleDIN 2080 Retention Pins for SK40 tooling
I bought several of these DIN2080 retention pins from Singer: 5 Anzugsbolzen DIN 2080 SK40 z.B. f For some reason they get hung up in the spindle when doing a tool change. i.e. I have to pull to get...
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